Embrace the festive spirit with this delightful Vegan Gingerbread Loaf, a must-have treat for the holiday season. This loaf is a fusion of traditional gingerbread flavors and healthy baking. It's ultra fluffy, packed with cozy spices like cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and ginger, and topped with a luscious coconut drizzle. Made with white wheat flour, overripe bananas, flax eggs, and sweetened with maple syrup and molasses, this gingerbread loaf is not only vegan and dairy-free but also refined sugar-free. The result is a moist, flavorful, and perfectly spiced gingerbread loaf that's sure to be a hit with everyone.
Why You'll Love This: If you enjoy the warm and inviting flavors of gingerbread, this vegan loaf offers a healthier way to indulge in the holiday favorite. It's easy to make, smells wonderful while baking, and the coconut drizzle adds a touch of sweetness and elegance.
Perfect Occasion: This Vegan Gingerbread Loaf is perfect for holiday gatherings, as a special treat with your afternoon tea, or as a festive breakfast option. It's also a thoughtful homemade gift for friends and family during the holiday season.
Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 cups white wheat flour
- 1 cup overripe mashed bananas
- 2 flax eggs (substitute with regular eggs if not vegan)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 3 tbsp molasses
- 1/3 cup almond milk
- 2 tbsp melted coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ginger
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas and mix in all the wet ingredients.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the loaf cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Top with melted coconut butter or your glaze of choice.
- Slice and serve.
Enjoy this Vegan Gingerbread Loaf, a delightful treat that brings the warm and cozy flavors of gingerbread in a healthier, vegan-friendly form, perfect for celebrating the holiday season!